While growing up, I had what I can only describe as military parents, living in a typical barrack. My parents were perfectionists, they had the do's and don'ts and instructions on how to lay the bed, set the table, and even place a tooth brush in the bathroom!
I grew up longing for my dad to say "I love you", but unfortunately, he died without me ever hearing him say it. I look back and remember when he would hug or lift me in public. This didn't exactly represent love to me, but it was his way of saying it. He loved me but he was different.
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